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How To Make Steamed Mussels Provencale

Steamed Mussels Provencale Recipe. French to the very core; chic, succulent and good for the libido! The perfect way to enjoy mussels. Appreciate our Steamed Mussels Provencale recipe. Enlarge

How To Make Steamed Mussels Provencale

Steamed Mussels Provencale Recipe. French to the very core; chic, succulent and good for the libido! The perfect way to enjoy mussels. Appreciate our Steamed Mussels Provencale recipe.

Prep:
25m
Cook:
10m
Total:
35m
Serves:
2

Step 1: You will need

  • 1 kg mussels, cleaned
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp crushed garlic
  • 300 ml white wine
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1 medium handful flat leaf parsley, roughly chopped
  • 1 medium lemon, cut into wedges, to garnish
  • 1 large saucepan with lid
  • 1 slotted spoon

Step 2: Prepare the mussels

Check the mussels and discard any that are cracked or broken, then tap the open mussels and if they close; they are fine to use. If, when tapped, they don't close, then discard.

Step 3: Cook the mussels

Put the saucepan on a high heat and add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the garlic and sauté for 10 seconds. Add the mussels and stir well. Cook for 1 minute.

Now add the white wine, tomatoes and parsley. Stir together, then put the lid on and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 4: Garnish and serve

Once the mussels are cooked, remove any that have not opened and place them in a bowl. Spoon on some of the juice and garnish with the lemon wedges. Serve.